Africa
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After Ceuta: Where can a life be built? By Hsain Ilahiane
August 10, 2026 Every year, on 30 July, Morocco pauses for Throne Day. King Mohammed VI’s annual address is followed by a…
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Tanzania eyes expanded Dangote investments in fertiliser, energy, infrastructure
The Government of Tanzania has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening economic cooperation with Dangote Group, expressing strong interest in attracting…
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Afreximbank extends EUR110-million facility to Chad in largest ever financing support to the country
Cairo, Egypt, 10 August 2026 African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has extended its largest-ever financing to the government of Chad with…
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Beyond Concrete: Enugu’s bet on talent and the future By Dakuku Peterside
Nigeria has become remarkably good at celebrating what government can photograph. Roads, bridges, and public buildings offer visible evidence of…
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WAFCON: Super Falcons crash out; Lose to Cameroon 0-1
By Ijeoma Okigbo Abuja. Aug. 9, 2026 Nigeria’s Super Falcons on Sunday crashed out of the Women’s Africa Cup of…
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ESG principles will determine Africa’s maritime competitiveness – Dr. Felicia Mogo
LAGOS, Nigeria – August 5, 2026 Africa’s maritime and Blue Economy future will be determined not by the abundance of…
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Super Falcons thrash Egypt 6-2 to reach WAFCON quarter-finals
Nigeria’s Super Falcons have reached the quarter-finals of the 2026 TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after a thrilling…
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Mahama, Obasanjo, Shettima to attend Jonathan Foundation democracy dialogue in Bauchi
By Emmanuel Oloniruha Abuja, Aug. 6, 2026 President of Ghana, John Mahama, Nigeria’s Vice-President, Sen. Kashim Shettima, other African leaders…
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Chinua Achebe’s daughter, Prof. Nwando, becomes Fellow, Royal Historical Society
Professor Nwando Achebe, a Michigan State University (MSU) historian, and daughter of legendary novelist, Professor Chinua Achebe, has been elected…
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Lumumba reiterates call for Nigeria to embrace innovation, research
By Clara Egbogota Asaba, Aug. 3, 2026 Prof. Patrick Lumumba, a renowned Kenyan Scholar, Lawyer and Pan-Africanist, has urged the…
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Africa is rich, doesn’t need aid – Jimoh Ibrahim
By Tiamiyu Prudence Arobani New York, Aug. 2, 2026 Sen. Jimoh Ibrahim, Permanent Representative of Nigeria to the UN, says…
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Xenophobia and the abandonment of foreign policy… By Bolanle BOLAWOLE
turnpot@gmail.com 0705 263 1058 If anyone should ask me now what is the centrepiece of Nigeria’s foreign policy, I am…
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Super Falcons beat Zambia despite red card
Nigeria’s Super Falcons produced a determined performance to defeat Zambia’s Copper Queens 1-0 in their WAFCON group-stage match in Rabat…
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U.S. reaffirms recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara
By Usman Aliyu Benin, Aug. 1, 2026 The United States of America has reaffirmed its recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over…
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Morocco, Nigeria share long history of friendship, mutual respect – Ambassador
By Deborah Enwerem Abuja, July 31, 2026 Morocco’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Moha Tagma, says Nigeria and Morocco share a long…
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WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles cruise past Togo to set up semi-final clash with Burkina Faso
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles continued their impressive run at the WAFU B U-20 Championship with a comfortable 3-0 victory over Togo…
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Super Falcons can do it again By Aisha Falode
The Super Falcons have earned the trust, admiration, and unwavering respect of Nigerians through decades of excellence, resilience, and an…
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Ethiopia opens 2 robotic surgery training centres with China’s support
Addis Ababa, July 30, 2026 Two specialised surgery centres have commenced operations in Ethiopia. The centres will allow surgeons receive…
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Cameroon-born ace broadcaster, Amy Banda, hosts programme celebrating African Women
A major programme featuring key continental and global women’s empowerment advocates will hold tomorrow, Friday, July 31, 2026, from 4:00PM…
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Xenophobia: Africa must unite, not divide By Ehi Braimah
Amid the diplomatic tensions between Nigeria and South Africa, another Nigerian named Ibeh Chika Simon, 42, died during a South…
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Afreximbank, Gebeya launch ‘CANEX Create-thon’ for African creators in music, video and gaming
The competition will provide creators with digital tools, technical support, prize funding and a platform to develop original…
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FG pursues compensation over South Africa attacks
By Muhyideen Jimoh Abuja, July 28, 2026 The Federal Government says it is pursuing compensation for Nigerians affected by recent…
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Afreximbank’s largest ever bond issuance raises US$1.5 billion
Cairo, Egypt, 28 July 2026 African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has successfully priced a US$1.5 billion dual-tranche Reg S/144A senior…
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Flying Eagles defeat Ghana 4-2 in WAFU B U20 Championship opener
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles started their 2026 WAFU B U20 Championship campaign with an impressive 4-2 victory over Ghana’s Black Satellites…
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Turning AfCFTA into local meaning By Dr. Wale Osofisan
Last Thursday evening, I had the privilege of being the Guest Speaker at the Rotary Club of Lavington Nairobi, Kenya.…
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